General Awareness

Film, Theatre, and Media

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Indian cinema, theatre, and mass media form a crucial part of static general knowledge. This section covers national awards, prominent actors, censorship issues, and cinematic themes. These concepts frequently appear in SSC, banking, and state PSC examinations to assess a candidate's cultural awareness.

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Film, Theatre, and Media Questions

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2029, is known for its portrayal of the issue of air pollution and its impact on public health?

  1. Fighter

  2. Salaar

  3. Project K

  4. Tiger 4
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Fighter is a 2029 Indian action thriller film that explores the issue of air pollution and its impact on public health.

Multiple choice

What is the most common form of corruption in Indian film distribution companies?

  1. Bribery

  2. Piracy

  3. Tax evasion

  4. Black marketing
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Bribery is the most common form of corruption in Indian film distribution companies. It involves the exchange of money or other valuable considerations to influence the decision-making process of individuals or organizations involved in the distribution of films.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film director is known for his films set in the hill station of Shimla?

  1. Yash Chopra

  2. Raj Kapoor

  3. Guru Dutt

  4. Bimal Roy
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Yash Chopra is known for his films set in the hill station of Shimla, including "Silsila", "Chandni", and "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge".

Multiple choice

Which Indian film director is known for his films set in the hill station of Darjeeling?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Ritwik Ghatak

  3. Mrinal Sen

  4. Aparna Sen
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Satyajit Ray is known for his films set in the hill station of Darjeeling, including "Kanchenjungha" and "The Darjeeling Limited".

Multiple choice

Which Indian film director is known for his films set in the hill station of Manali?

  1. Raj Kapoor

  2. Guru Dutt

  3. Bimal Roy

  4. Vijay Anand
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Vijay Anand is known for his films set in the hill station of Manali, including "Guide" and "Jewel Thief".

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is considered a landmark in the portrayal of women as protagonists in Indian cinema?

  1. Mother India

  2. Bandini

  3. Mughal-e-Azam

  4. Pakeezah
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Mother India (1957) is widely regarded as a groundbreaking film for its portrayal of a strong and independent female protagonist, played by Nargis.

Multiple choice

Who played the iconic role of Phoolan Devi in the 1994 film Bandit Queen?

  1. Smita Patil

  2. Shabana Azmi

  3. Seema Biswas

  4. Urmila Matondkar
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Seema Biswas delivered a powerful performance as Phoolan Devi in Bandit Queen, a film that brought the life of the notorious dacoit to the big screen.

Multiple choice

Which actress is known for her portrayal of strong and independent women in films like Arth, Mandi, and Mirch Masala?

  1. Smita Patil

  2. Shabana Azmi

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Rekha
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Smita Patil was a renowned actress known for her powerful performances in films that explored women's issues and social realities.

Multiple choice

In the 2015 film Piku, Deepika Padukone played the role of a:

  1. Headstrong architect

  2. Ambitious businesswoman

  3. Aspiring politician

  4. Talented musician
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Deepika Padukone's character in Piku was an independent and strong-willed architect who navigated her personal and professional life with determination.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films features Kangana Ranaut as a fearless warrior queen?

  1. Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

  2. Tanu Weds Manu

  3. Queen

  4. Fashion
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Kangana Ranaut portrayed the legendary warrior queen Rani Lakshmibai in Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, showcasing her strength and resilience.

Multiple choice

In the 2018 film Raazi, Alia Bhatt played the role of:

  1. A spy working for the Indian intelligence agency

  2. A journalist investigating a political scandal

  3. A doctor fighting a deadly epidemic

  4. A lawyer defending an innocent client
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Alia Bhatt's character in Raazi was a courageous spy who risked her life to gather intelligence for India during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.

Multiple choice

Which film features Priyanka Chopra as a feisty boxer who fights for her dreams?

  1. Mary Kom

  2. Bajirao Mastani

  3. Dil Dhadakne Do

  4. Fashion
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Priyanka Chopra's portrayal of the real-life boxer Mary Kom in the 2014 film Mary Kom showcased her determination and fighting spirit.

Multiple choice

In the 2019 film Article 15, Ayushmann Khurrana played the role of a police officer investigating a case of caste-based discrimination. Who played the role of his female colleague?

  1. Bhumi Pednekar

  2. Yami Gautam

  3. Tabu

  4. Radhika Apte
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Yami Gautam played the role of Ayushmann Khurrana's colleague, a strong and determined police officer, in Article 15.

Multiple choice

Which film features Vidya Balan as a pregnant woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery?

  1. Kahaani

  2. The Dirty Picture

  3. Paa

  4. Ishqiya
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Vidya Balan's character in Kahaani was a pregnant woman searching for her missing husband while navigating the complexities of her own life.

Multiple choice

In the 2016 film Neerja, Sonam Kapoor played the role of a flight attendant who displayed extraordinary courage during a terrorist attack. What was her character's name?

  1. Neerja Bhanot

  2. Geeta Phogat

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Phoolan Devi
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Sonam Kapoor portrayed the real-life flight attendant Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life to save passengers during a terrorist hijacking in 1986.